WhatsApp for iOS 24.4.74: what's new?
WhatsApp has just submitted a new stable update for iOS, available on the App Store: the build number is 24.4.74.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is releasing a fix to address the issue with loading strings, and it is available to everyone!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Changelog about? | Localization strings |
| Status? | Bug fixed |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp for iOS 24.4.74 is marked as a compatible update. |
| I have the same version but I still experience this issue. Why? | Please verify that you're using the correct version of WhatsApp by opening the App Store. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp news of the week: custom chat filter feature for favorites! |
LOCALIZATION STRINGS
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.4.10.70 update, we announced that WhatsApp was working on a feature to allow users to transfer the channel ownership. This feature was designed to offer greater flexibility and control to channel owners, enabling them to easily manage and delegate responsibilities within their channels. After a few days, this update was released on the App Store, making it accessible to a wider audience of iOS users. However, after installing the previous WhatsApp for iOS 24.4.73 update, it appears that this version presented some weird strings in some sections of the app:
The official changelog still mentions that WhatsApp is introducing new text formatting features, such as quotes, bullets, numbered lists, and inline code to elevate the visual presentation and coherence of messages. Additionally, the update includes an improved sticker creation tool to quickly create stickers from images, as announced in the article about the WhatsApp for iOS 24.2.75 update.
It is important to mention that, after installing the previous update, several users also reported an issue regarding the text in some sections of the app, such as the calls tab. It appears that the previous update was unable to load some strings in this tab, resulting in the display of unusual text within the app interface. This issue has caused confusion among users, as the app was not even able to load text related to call logs within conversations, detracting from the overall user experience. Although it is not indicated in the official changelog, we can confirm that a fix for this bug is finally available after installing the latest version of WhatsApp from the App Store.
It is worth noting that, if you still don't have one of the features mentioned in the official changelog, some accounts may receive them over the coming weeks. Please stay ahead by regularly updating WhatsApp from the App Store and the TestFlight app to get these features in the future in case you don't have them after installing this update.
The fix for the recent bug that was unable to load strings is available for iOS users who install the latest update of WhatsApp from the App Store. Make sure to install this update to enjoy a better user experience.
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